2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1711 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Excursion | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |